Countries & Cultures: Food
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100
Which Flatbread is served with nearly all Ethiopian meals?
A) Injera
B) Lavash
C) Naan
D) Chapati
ANSWER:
A) Injera
Injera is the Ethiopian flatbread that’s so perfect for scooping up your favorite Ethiopian dishes and mopping up all of those flavorful juices and sauces.
100
When creating a beat from scratch, what it the most common instrument to start with?
A) Bass
B) Drums
C) AdLibs
D) Flute
Answer:
B) Drums!
100
What does the colour 'red' represent in China?
A) Anger
B) Good luck
C) Bad luck
D) Communism
ANSWER:
B) Good luck!
100
A terrible incident in which country inspired the 'International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination'?
A) South Africa
B) Australia
C) U.S.A.
D) Zimbabwe
ANSWER:
A) South Africa!
On March 21 1960, people in South Africa peacefully protested racial segregation between white and black South Africans (Apartheid) in a town called Sharpeville. The police opened fire without warning, and killed 69 people, in what is known as the Sharpeville Massacre. The United Nations created IDERD to remember this sad day and make positive social change.
200
Where did 'fortune cookies' originate?
A) Shanghai, China
B) San Francisco, USA
C) Beijing, China
D) Tokyo, Japan
ANSWER:
B) San Franciso, USA!
Despite its popularity as the traditional end to a Chinese dinner, this cookie was invented in San Francisco by a Japanese chef.
200
Which music program is Metro Boomin primarily known to use?
A) Pro Tools
B) Ableton
C) FL Studio
D) Logic Pro X
ANSWER:
C) FL Studio
200
What does repeating geometric patterns in Islam represent?
A) Repetition
B) Nothing
C) Harmony
D) Complexity
ANSWER:
C) Harmony!
BONUS POINTS
What is a synonym (another word) for 'Harmony'?
200
Which religion considers the cow to be a holy animal?
A) Buddhism
B) Christianity
C) Hinduism
D) Islam
ANSWER:
C) Hinduism!
In Hindu culture cows are seen as sacred and believed to embody qualities such as gentleness, patience and abundance.
300
What is 'chawanmushi'?
A) Japanese steamed rice
B) Japanese steamed egg custard
C) Japanese miso soup
D) Japanese mushy mochi
ANSWER:
b) Japanese steamed egg custard!
Chawanmushi is a delicate Japanese dish made by
steaming, that is often served savoury!
300
Which artists won ”Best Rap Album” at this years Grammy’s?
A) Future & Metro Boomin
B) Doechii
C) J Cole
D) Eminem
ANSWER:
B) Doechii!
300
The flag of Nepal is the only national flag in the world that is not a rectangular shape.
True or False?
ANSWER
A) True!
The flag of Nepal is unique as it consists of two stacked triangles, making it the only national flag with such a design.
300
In which country did the use of the traditional sombrero hat originate?
A) Mexico
B) Spain
C) Peru
D) Colombia
ANSWER:
A) Mexico!
400
What inspired the name of the Australian and New Zealand classic dessert, 'Pavlova'?
A) A ballet dancer
B) How much people loved it
C) A Russian astronaut
D) A cloud
ANSWER:
A) A ballet dancer
A Russian ballet dancer named Anna Pavlova travelled around Australia and New Zealand, and the dish was named in her honour! It is hotly debated where the dish comes from.
400
Which of these artists is not featured on the new Playboi Carti album?
A) Young Thug
B) Lil Uzi Vert
C) Lil Jon
D) Future
ANSWER:
C) Lil Jon
400
What do the colours of the Pan-African flag represent?
Red =
Black =
Green =
POINTS FOR EACH CORRECT ANSWER!
ANSWER:
Red: the blood that unites all people of Black African ancestry, and shed for liberation.
Black: for the people whose existence as a nation, though not a nation-state, is affirmed by the existence of the flag.
Green: the abundant and vibrant natural wealth of Africa, the Motherland.
400
Australia is the only country in the world that celebrates 'Harmony Week'.
True or False?
ANSWER:
True!
The Australian Prime-Minister in 1999, John Howard, thought that racism was not a problem in Australia, and we should celebrate diversity instead, so created Harmony Day/Week to replace IDERD. Now, Australia recognises both events. Recognising and celebrating diversity is important, but so is recognising racism!
500
List 2 countries where 'Ful Medames' a national dish!
ANSWER: Sudan and South Sudan!
Although 'Ful Medames' is a national dish across Sudan and South Sudan, it is believed the dish might have originated from Ancient Egypt!
500
Who is considered by many to be the King of Auto Tune?
A) Lil Yachty
B) T-Pain
C) Kanye West
D) Drake
ANSWER:
B) T-Pain!
500
Why do you think the eagle shape is important to Victoria's Indigenous Kulin nation?
POINTS FOR EACH CORRECT REASON
ANSWER:
A: 'Bunjil' the wedge-tailed eagle is a significant figure in the Kulin's dreaming. He is considered a creator, culture hero, and ancestral being!
500
Cambodia & Thailand celebrate New Year in April. This is called 'Songkran' or 'Sangkran'. What is usually thrown during this festival?
HINT: There are 2 potential correct answers!
A) Confetti
B) Water
C) Talcum powder
D) Rice
ANSWER:
B) Water and talcum powder!
During Songkran, talcum powder or flour is thrown, and then washed off with water! Water is traditionally thrown as a symbol of cleansing and renewal!
